Hydroblasting Field Technician and Crew Lead

Clean Harbors; Prince George (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (US only)

Paid time off

Company paid training & tuition

Growth and development opportunities

Job summary

Clean Harbors, in partnership with Thompson Industrial, is seeking a Hydroblaster/Field Technician to safely execute industrial cleaning projects across client sites. You will lead crews, coordinate daily operations, ensure proper equipment operation, and maintain documentation to meet customer specifications.

The role emphasizes safety, hands-on hydro-blasting, and operation of high-pressure pumps, with opportunities for advancement and comprehensive benefits as part of a safety‑conscious team.

Qualifications

• Specific vocational preparation including classroom safety training, on-the-job training & essential experience gained on other jobs.
• Language proficiency: understands English at a level to comprehend safety training & respond to instructions in emergency situations.
• Valid driver’s license and other requirements of the company’s driving policy are required when driving a company vehicle or using a personal vehicle on company business.
• Must be knowledgeable in the operation of emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers.
• Provide Federal Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC).

Responsibilities

• Act as safety representative responsible for safety policies & procedures for the company and the customer, including operations, safety, equipment, emergency response & admin functions.
• Hands-on operation, when required, of manual and automated hydro-blasting equipment.
• Operation of special equipment, such as ultra-high-pressure pumps.
• Operate equipment by energizing the pumping equipment and/or any specialized hydro-blasting and/or chemical cleaning equipment, vacuum trucks & cutting equipment.
• May be required to examine surface cleaning to ensure conformance to company & customer specifications.

Skills

Hydroblasting

Safety leadership

Field operations

Team coordination

Tools

Hydroblasting equipment

Ultra-high-pressure pumps

Job description

Clean Harbors, in partnership with Thompson Industrial, is seeking a Hydroblaster/Field Technician to safely execute industrial cleaning projects across client sites. You will lead crews, coordinate daily operations, ensure proper equipment operation, and maintain documentation to meet customer specifications.

The role emphasizes safety, hands-on hydro-blasting, and operation of high-pressure pumps, with opportunities for advancement and comprehensive benefits as part of a safety‑conscious team.